Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Solar Cell Factory (Starlink)

• ◆Design, commission, and qualify production processes and equipment for solar cell manufacturing, from pilot builds through full-rate production
• ◆Lead the production ramp by working through multi-disciplinary issues to hit volume, yield, and cost targets
• ◆Drive yield, uptime, and rate improvements to hit program targets (OEE)
• ◆Lead prototype and engineering builds, ensuring incremental milestones for production development are met
• ◆Provide feedback to the design and process teams to improve design for manufacturability and process robustness
• ◆Collaborate with equipment engineering, supply chain, production technicians, and quality to keep processes stable and solve production problems quickly
• ◆Identify and establish

for automation opportunities, and evaluate them for return on investment

• ✓Manage work instructions, process documentation, and training for owned processes
• ✓Drive corrective actions, root cause analysis, and process improvements on owned processes and products
• ✓Use process and equipment data to find bottlenecks, cut scrap, and put preventive actions in place that protect rate and yield

• ✓Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• ✓5+ years of experience designing, building, manufacturing, or testing hardware (internship experience is applicable)

• ✓Demonstrated experience in high-volume or medium-volume manufacturing environments such as solar, semiconductor, consumer electronics, automotive, or industrial equipment
• ✓Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX, SolidWorks) for design and modeling of manufacturing tools, fixtures, and process equipment
• ✓Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and process optimization to support rapid iteration and high-volume production
• ✓Familiarity with electronics or solar cell manufacturing processes, cleanroom operations, and handling of fragile substrates and process materials
• ✓Programming and automation skills, such as Python, MATLAB, or PLC programming, for factory automation, data analysis, and yield improvement
• ✓Strong problem-solving abilities, including root cause analysis (e.g., 8D or fishbone diagrams) and experience with failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA)
• ✓Experience with quality systems, statistical process control (SPC), and process capability to hold yield and reliability in high-volume production
• ✓Exposure to production machinery, industrial sensors, and automation (motion systems, dispense, metrology, temperature control, robotics, and similar equipment)
• ✓Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, iterative development environment with cross-functional collaboration across design, equipment, supply chain, test, and production
• ✓Working knowledge of factory safety practices, including chemical and cleanroom hazards common to electronics and solar manufacturing
• ✓Excellent communication skills for documenting processes, presenting data, and training production teams

• ✓Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission-critical deadlines
• ✓Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted

ITAR

• ✓To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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